Kit lens? Is the kit lens a Pentax DA lens? Thanks
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Yes. It looks like this lens:Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL II Lens for Pentax and Samsung Digital SLR Cameras
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This is what I got from Amazon's Customer Service:Greetings from Amazon.com.As promised, I have contacted our fulfillment center and confirmed that the lens with the camera is (DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL II).Hope to see you soon at Amazon.com.Best regards,Usha Amazon.com Customer Service
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This is a Pentax K mount type lens. The Canon 500D is compatible with EF-S and EF lenses. There are several Pentax K PK Lens to Canon EOS EF adapters from different manufacturers for under $30. I cannot tell you the quality of these adapters, as I have not used adapters. The lens itself is one of my favourites.
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I did NOT buy the kit lens...bought camera with the 18-200mm lens instead....love this lens....a bit heavy but just great....no need for multiple lenses.
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I was a little concerned also because what I found was that this "Body Only" K-5 II was actually a K-5 II Kit with the Kit zoom lens removed. I examined the camera, cables, manuals, charger, etc. very carefully and I found no indication whatsoever that the camera had ever been used. I kept the camera and love it! This was an upgrade from a K10D so I kept my lenses, flash, filters, etc. I really believe the K-5 II is the equal of any DX sensor camera on the market. Pentax doesn't get enough respect!!
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no. they are both smc Pentax DAL. the body is weather sealed, but lenses are not.
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All Pentax K mount and third party Pentax K mounts. There are many third party lens manufactures. I recommend visiting www.pentaxforums.com Go to the Lenses tab and read the reviews. You can also post a specific question on the forum. There are many helpful members there to answer your questions.
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I've been a Pentax shooter for over 30 years and one of the reasons is because all their lenses are compatible with all of their cameras - film and digital. If in doubt however, I would call them to confirm. Their customer support is really good.
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I only see one lens listed here Michael, the DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL which is Weather Resistant [WR on lens]. It is a superb zoom lens for the cost. Certainly an excellent choice whilst saving for a more remarkable lens in the the Pentax line. The camera's cost is itself is outstanding, as the K-5 will continue to amaze with each new lens. Note: If you already own some fine Pentax optics you might consider exchanging the value of the "kit" lens for a battery grip!
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Hello, kkiriluk. I'm sorry to say that I can't verify that the Sigma lens works with Pentax cameras. I have a Nikon D40x and it works splendidly. It is the best lens I have purchased for it. Best of luck finding a fellow Pentax owner who has used it.
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In the box is the camera body and any lens purchased in a "kit" package, usually the 18-55mm or at higher cost the 18-135 mm. Lenses come with caps on both ends. The camera comes with a battery charger and one Li-Ion battery. A neck strap for the camera is in the box and I recommend viewing the "Nikon Way" on YouTube to secure the strap correctly. No other manufacture seems to get this critical step clearly portrayed, and neither does Nikon. It takes a Pro on YouTube to weave the strap ends neatly and securely! Warranty is standard from Pentax. Their tech support is great and will tell you you if a camera body or lens is broken (never in my experience, by the way--user malfunction is most,frequent). You can check out www.pentaximaging.com. This web site also has more tech info than you may need, but is very well designed and has extensive photos shot with their cameras together with User commentary, aka "reviews". The Pentax web site will tell you exactly what is in the box. If you are purchasing from Amazon, B&H or Adorama, their web pages will have a "what is in the box?" tab. Do not buy a kit with a DAL lens. The top Pentax kit lenses for this cam are DA. In fact, the DAL lens, with plastic housing and mount, is no longer listed on the Pentax web site.
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Neither. It includes the DAL, which is a kit lens only with less functionality. Same thing with the 55-300mm lens.
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The kit lens is pretty cheap and probably the best Rebel kit lens to date. Plus its optically stabilized and, as you note, it'll help you get an idea what lens you'd like next so why not?
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If you just want close-ups and not Macro shots get the DA*16-50 by Pentax. If you want Macro get the Sigma 70mm Macro
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Not too sure. Recommend you get the lens technical spec from the Pentax website.
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Pentax-Ricoh no longer makes the 2 lens kit with the 55-300mm WR lens. The only 300mm 2 lens kit currently available is with the standard 55-300mm lens.
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By far the best overall performing lens is the Pentax DA 18-250mm F3.5-5.6. This lens is a miracle performer from wide to zoom. Hunting around you can get this lens for under $400.I would highly recommend having more then one lens so you can shoot in a greater variety of settings. I currently have 3 lenses but my 18-250mm spends the bulk of its time on my K20D.
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I can't say for sure, but my understanding when I bought the lens was that Pentax got the design from Tamron, but manufactured the lens in its own facility. Since my sharpness tests (admittedly amateurish) of the lens compare about equally with much more expensive top-of-the-line Pentax zooms, I find it to be a very good deal. It also compares favorably in sharpness to an old very good 100mm prime macro lens. The label on the lens says Pentax. I am very happy with it. It is much better than an older Tamron 28-300mm lens.